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A O'Connor1, S D Schwaitzberg, C G L Cao

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Knowledge of results (KR) is essential for learning laparoscopic suturing skills. While instruction offers limited additional benefits, KR alone effectively trains surgical skills, potentially optimizing training lab staffing.

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Area of Science:

  • Medical Education
  • Surgical Simulation
  • Motor Skill Acquisition

Background:

  • Laparoscopic simulation training effectively transfers skills to the operating room.
  • The optimal structure for laparoscopic skill acquisition, particularly regarding knowledge of results (KR) and instruction, remains underexplored.
  • Knowledge of results (KR) provides feedback on motor skill execution, influencing learning outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the impact of knowledge of results (KR) and detailed instruction on the learning curve of laparoscopic suturing and knot-tying.
  • To determine if KR is necessary for skill acquisition and if instruction accelerates learning and performance plateaus.
  • To assess the effect of KR and coaching on trainee workload during laparoscopic skill development.

Main Methods:

  • Nine novice medical students were divided into three groups: no KR, KR, and KR + instruction.
  • Subjects underwent 1-hour daily training sessions for 4 weeks.
  • Performance metrics (task time, instrument smoothness, path length) and workload (NASA-TLX) were recorded.

Main Results:

  • Knowledge of results (KR) was found to be necessary for learning suturing skills.
  • Continuous instruction provided minimal additional learning benefits beyond KR.
  • The combination of KR and instruction significantly reduced perceived overall workload.

Conclusions:

  • Surgical skills laboratories can achieve effective training using only knowledge of results (KR).
  • KR is a critical component for effective laparoscopic skill acquisition.
  • Findings suggest implications for optimizing staffing and training methodologies in surgical skills labs.